CERT Program OverviewTigard’s Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program is free to anyone who lives or works in Tigard. The city’s CERT membership welcomes professionals from any of Tigard’s large corporations, small business owners, Tigard High School students, Explorer Scouts, Ham Radio groups, Neighborhood Associations, and any concerned resident interested in becoming certified by successfully completing an seven week, 24 hour program. You must be 18 years or older to attend, but 16 year olds may attend if accompanied by an adult. Important Note: All participants must have a criminal background check prior to becoming a CERT member.

CERT Training

Disaster Awareness, Hazard Mitigation, and Community Emergency Response Team concepts

Utility Control, Fire Suppression, Hazardous Materials

Disaster Medicine — Triage and treatment of minor and life threatening injuries